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The California High-Speed Rail Authority has released new preliminary interior design renderings for its future train amenities.
In Spain, Talgo has delivered its first Avril trains to Renfe following the completion of on-track testing.
Caltrain, Balfour Beatty and PG&E have celebrated the start of testing across the fully electrified 51-mile Caltrain corridor.
The fourth and final tunnel boring machine (TBM) being used to build the Northolt Tunnel has been launched under London.
PANYNJ has launched PATH Forward: a two-year programme to provide enhanced services and infrastructure on New Jersey's PATH rail network.
The first of Alstom's electric C-series trains has entered passenger service in Perth for the Western Australia Railcar Program.
Canadian National (CN) has purchased a hybrid diesel-battery electric mainline locomotive from Progress Rail to reduce transport emissions.
Île-de-France Mobilités has contracted Alstom to supply an additional 35 RER NG trains for Line E in Paris.
Siemens Mobility has secured first place on Network Rail’s Train Control Systems Framework, which will upgrade Britain's rail network.
Swiss rail operator, Lausanne-Echallens-Bercher (LEB) has ordered four additional Be 4/8 multiple-unit trains from Stadler.
Flemish transport operator, De Lijn is collaborating with CAF and OTIV to deploy AI technology to enhance the safety of trams in Belgium.
Siemens Mobility's Mireo Plus B battery hybrid trains have begun regular service for SWEG in the Ortenau region of Germany.
On 5 April, Île-de-France Mobilités commenced passenger services on the T3b tramway extension to Porte Dauphine in Paris.
Network Rail has completed the 150 million GBP Hope Valley Railway Upgrade project to enhance journeys between Manchester and Sheffield.
Alstom has won a service contract to recondition 250 IC2000 rail cars for Swiss Federal Railways (SBB).
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro) has completed tunnelling for the D Line Subway Extension Project.
Nomad Digital discusses some of the ways in which rail companies can aid disabled passengers in their travel throughout the UK.
Frequentis has received an order intake of half a billion EUR for the first time in the company's history.
At Hannover Messe from 22 to 26 April 2024, TÜV SÜD will be presenting its H2-Readiness Certification.
Icomera explores how Texas is facing a pivotal moment in deciding the future of its transit systems amid a population surge.
Televic GSP believes that by reducing waste, optimising resource use, and promoting energy efficiency, CBM is enhancing the reliability of rail systems.
Sensit has announced that it will be attending the Hannover Messe 2024 exhibition from 22 to 26th April in Hannover, Germany.
Nomad Digital believes embracing solutions like MaaS and integrating OBIS into processes can help rail operators push through digitisation.
Stahl Recruiting examines the benefits of diversity and inclusion and the strategies for attracting and retaining talent.
Transit Asset Management America sat down for an interview with one of the dedicated leaders behind Icomera’s strides in wireless technology.
SŽ – VIT recently refurbished its depot for large-scale maintenance and freight wagon overhauls in its workshop in Dobova.
Ensure your passengers sleep well with Texat decor engineering's blackout, cable-guided, double roller blinds for night trains.
Senceive's wireless monitoring was used to inform decision-making and safeguard a vulnerable slope after a tragedy in Ampang, Malaysia.
Argus Fluidhandling's Air Bungs fit to the inside of a culvert or pipe to prevent the passage of liquids during construction.
The RailSoft VBS module responds to a plethora of challenges, offering solutions tailored to the changing market conditions & expectations of customers.
ASC is broadening its portfolio to include quartz-based accelerometers and digital IMUs manufactured by Japan Aviation Electronics Industry, Ltd.
Stat-X Fire Suppression presents a number of fire suppression systems for battery energy storage systems on rolling stock.
Transport Research Arena (TRA) Conference will take place on 15–18 April 2024 in Dublin, covering all aspects of transport and mobility.
The Southwestern Rail Conference will take place on 15–16 April 2024 in Texas, USA. Discussing freight and passenger rail topics.
The RailFreight Summit will take place on 15–17 April 2024 in Warsaw. Talks, panel discussions, audience debates, and more.
Railway Interior Innovation Summit NA will take place on 16–18 April 2024 in Montreal. Passenger experience, sustainability, accessibility.
Hannover Messe will take place on 22–26 April 2024 in Hannover, Germany. For manufacturing, energy and logistics industries.
Mobility Live ME will take place on 30 April–1 May 2024 in Abu Dhabi. For innovation, best practice and investment in sustainable mobility.
Adapting Railways for a Sustainable Future: Rebalancing, Resilience, and Realisation will take place on 30 April 2024 in London.
Middle East Rail will take place on 30 April–1 May 2024 in Abu Dhabi. A regional rail show focused on innovation, technology and strategy.
Sydney Build Expo will take place on 1–2 May 2024 in Sydney, Australia. Covering construction, infrastructure and transport.
Rail Wellbeing Live's Wellbeing Wednesdays take place on the first Wednesday every month. Livestreams are free and cover a range of topics.
Rail Industry Forum will take place in London on 4 May 2023. Hear from industry leaders about current progress and future challenges.
IT-TRANS will take place on 14–16 May 2024 in Rheinstetten, Germany. Bringing together leading experts from the transport sector.
Critical Communications World will take place on 14–16 May 2024 in Dubai, UAE. A 3-day event at the forefront of the sector.
Rise of IoT & Big Data in Rail will take place on 15–16 May 2024 in Cologne. A key event about digital challenges for the rail industry.
The Magnetics Show will take place on 22–23 May 2024 in Pasadena, California. Exploring the magnetics sector and its applications.
The Smart Transportation Conference & Exhibition will take place on 22–23 May 2024 in London. Exploring the future of transport.
Alstom has delivered the first new TW20 tram for the T1 tramway line in Île-de-France to complete testing prior to passenger service.
Hitachi Rail and Trenitalia have unveiled the long-distance version of Europe’s first hybrid battery-powered train.
Caltrain has retired 32 diesel passenger cars ahead of the launch of its new electric fleet in autumn 2024.
Stadler’s hydrogen-powered FLIRT H2 train has earned a new Guinness World Record for travelling 1,741.7 miles without refuelling.
Alstom has been awarded a new maintenance contract for a set of nine X-trafik trains in the Gävleborg region of Sweden.
UK rail operator, CrossCountry has unveiled plans to expand its fleet and transform the customer experience by May 2025.
ÖBB has ordered an additional 19 Railjet trains from Siemens Mobility, alongside putting the first new-generation unit into operation.
East Midlands Railway (EMR) has announced the start of a 60 million GBP refurbishment project for its Connect and Regional fleet.
Great Western Railway has officially commenced its fast-charging battery-powered train trial on the Greenford branch line.
The 45 trains that will operate on the Sydney Metro City & Southwest line have now completed tests between Tallawong and Sydenham.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) has announced that its ICE 4 fleet is now complete with the delivery of the 137th train.
CAF has been awarded a contract to supply 10 commuter trains to Qbuzz, which is part of the FS Group in the Netherlands.
Caltrain has successfully tested its electric trains and overhead wires between Redwood City and Mountain View for the first time.
Siemens Mobility has been selected to deliver 55 S200 high-floor light rail vehicles (LRVs) to Metro Transit in St. Louis.
Alstom has been awarded a contract by Le Mans Métropole to extend the length of 34 Citadis trams in Le Mans, France.
The first train made by CRRC for the Rail Transit Ziyang Line in China has been delivered.
CALIPRI X from NEXTSENSE GmbH is an automated, permanently installed on-track wheel profile measurement system.
Amtrak has awarded a 'Delivery Partner' contract to a team comprised of AECOM and Jacobs to support the Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program.
Network Rail is investing around 2.8 billion GBP in activities and technology to help cope with extreme weather and climate change.
The FRA has announced over 2.4 billion USD in Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Program grants.
Siemens Mobility has been awarded a further service contract from Canadian operator, Metrolinx in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area.
Tunnel boring machine (TBM) Cecilia has completed the final breakthrough for HS2’s longest tunnel under Chiltern Hills.
The Ontario government has issued a RFQ for the design and construction of seven stations along the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension (ECWE).
Network Rail has presented a review of Control Period 6 (CP6), which started on 1 April 2019 and is set to end on 31 March 2024.
Amtrak has begun a 122 million USD track maintenance project to renew the Harrisburg Line in Pennsylvania.
An electric train has completed a test run between Manchester and Stalybridge for the first time as part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade.
UK Rail Minister Huw Merriman has confirmed plans to build a new maintenance facility in Shipley, West Yorkshire.
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced nearly 4 billion USD in federal support for 14 transit construction projects.
CAF's Swedish train maintenance company, EuroMaint, has opened a modern 35.000 square-metre maintenance centre in Nässjö.
With federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, new passenger rail services are set to launch in Colorado.
Brightline has announced plans to open a new intercity rail station in the City of Stuart in Martin County, Florida.
AECOM has been selected to provide design services for the Ontario Line’s Pape Tunnel and Underground Stations (PTUS) package.
Tunnel boring machine (TBM) Florence has completed a 10-mile drive under the Chilterns to excavate the longest tunnel for the HS2 project.
The UK government has presented the next phase of development for the Northern Powerhouse Rail project between Liverpool and Manchester.
World Passenger Festival has announced that the agenda for the upcoming 2024 event has been officially released.
A FirstGroup spokesperson has responded to Transport for the North's motion calling for the termination of Avanti West Coast’s contract.
From 24 to 27 September 2024, InnoTrans will take place with a strong emphasis on sustainability, both at the event and in the industry.
Transport for the North has passed a motion to write to the Secretary of State calling for the termination of Avanti West Coast’s contract.
SNCF Réseau has provided an update on the development of FRMCS-5G through its involvement in prototype projects across Europe.
Sydney Build Expo announces groundbreaking initiatives aimed at driving positive change across the industry, including Women in Construction.
The US Department of Transportation has awarded 900,000 USD to three agencies to enhance intercity passenger rail services.
AECOM has published a new report outlining the best practices for the successful delivery of high-speed rail systems.
RedCabin has announced that the Railway Interior Innovation Summit 2024, taking place in Montreal in April, will be hosted by Alstom.
Alstom and SLC Rail have partnered to deliver a new open access rail service between North Wales, Shropshire, the Midlands and London.
ABB has been awarded a 150 million AUD contract to power trains for Australia’s Queensland Train Manufacturing Program (QTMP).
Alstom has received an order to supply an additional 103 MF19 new-generation metro trains for RATP in Paris, France.
Alstom has been contracted to supply an additional 20 Movia C30 metro trains for SL in Stockholm, Sweden.
At a preview event, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is displaying its 8000 series rail cars manufactured by Hitachi Rail.
ORR has provided approval for Grand Union Trains to launch an open access rail service between London and Stirling, Scotland from June 2025.
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